Can B12 injections cause a serious allergic reaction
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Arm pain is inconvenient, but it should go away after a day or two
Uncommon (1-10 in 1,000): itching, rash, acne-like skin changes, joint pain
1,4,6 DPN imposes significant economic burdens on healthcare systems